This case study examined the relationship between teachers‘ conceptions of the nature of science (NOS) and students‘ academic performance in science on the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) in Jamaica. Eleven primary school teachers participated in...

African American college students -- Race identity; African American college students -- Psychological aspects

Research has shown that African American college students who place an emphasis on their ethnic identity are more likely to experience more positive academic outcomes. Further, African Americans who experience minority status stress are better able...

Alliance College -- History; Polish Americans -- Education -- United States; Universities and colleges -- Pennsylvania -- Cambridge Springs; Polish National Alliance of the United States of North America

The RNA molecule is responsible for providing information to the cell to assemble proteins specified by the DNA. A specific type of RNA editing can convert individual adenosines into inosine by an enzyme called adenosine deaminase acting on RNA...

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters of Science in Geography."; Thesis advisor: Charles E. Button.; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2013.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 80-87).

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in International Studies."; Thesis advisor: Mary-Ann Mahony.; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2012.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves...

This study investigated how a modified curriculum for the artistically talented affected the drawing performance of eight middle school students in heterogeneous art rooms. This study was undertaken because I was concerned about the lack of...

This study involved the development of a comprehensive art education curriculum for the Professional Studies area of the Molepolole College of Education in Botswana. The curriculum will provide students with the ability to understand and appreciate...

Thesis advisor: Judith Rosenberg.; "Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling."; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,1997; Includes bibliographical references...

This study provides an investigation into artistic expression and the use of aesthetics in a middle school environment. Part I of the study was designed to determine how eighth-grade students perceive their own strengths in the arts and whether or...

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters of Science in Data Mining."; Thesis advisor: Daniel Larose; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2014.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 50-51).

"Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Health Psychology."; Thesis advisor: Joanne DiPlacido.; M.A.,Central Connecticut State University,,2014.; Includes bibliographical references (leaves 51-59).

Autism has many definitions, but its most specific definition describes it as a developmental disorder that affects verbal and non-verbal communication as well as social interaction. It affects a person’s ability to respond appropriately to their...

Abstract Organisms employ inducible defenses to prevent predation. This occurs when the organism recognizes an environmental cue that leads to the expression of the defensive trait. In marine systems this cue is often chemical in nature. Several...

Supplemental oxygen is one of the most prescribed interventions in the newborn intensive care unit (NICU). Hyperoxia is toxic to the lung tissue of preterm newborns particularly the very low birth weight infant and it has been implicated in the...

Issues in psychological testing of minorities have become problematic over the past couple of years. With the population growth of minorities, there continues to be the need for cultural sensitivity in mental health services. Few studies have...

Racial identity has been associated with various facets of the lives of Blacks. Previous studies have associated African Americans’ racial identity with the development of self-esteem, psychopathology and academic achievement amongst other...

It is estimated that approximately 5.3 million persons in the United States are substance abusers. The devastating consequences of substance abuse includes high rates of criminal activities, incarceration, high rates of student dropout, high...